Operations Manager

Morrison Water Services

  • Gatwick, West Sussex
  • £55,000-65,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Right across infrastructure, there's a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you're at in your career, with us you'll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.Where will you be working?M Group AviationYou'll be joining our Aviation team - Our Aviation team works across a wide range of specialist civil, mechanical and electrical engineering works including major international airports, regional airports and RAF airfields.Want to come and be a part of it?What will you be doing?As Contract Manager purpose you'll take ownership of all projects under your control, from client-liaison & ECI, tender, delivery to close-out and hand-over.You'll be involved in all areas of the asset life cycle from delivery, operation and maintenance.You'll lead a team of site delivery staff to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard. Monitoring the performance of staff under your control and multiple site activities.We'll ask you to carry out staff performance reviews and manage other employee related matters when necessary.The role will involve regular contact with the commercial and planning teams to offer strategic direction in a high-profile aviation environment.You'll enforce safety regulations, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and oversee risk management on site.Identifying and resolving any issues or bottlenecks that may arise during the project, including resource shortages or delays. With involvement in planning projects, including scheduling materials, equipment, and labour.You'll work with our clients to deliver complex projects to achieve value for money and minimise commercial riskWhat you'll bring
  • Demonstrable experience within the civil engineering and infrastructure sector
  • Experience in supervising and mentoring teams, managing subcontractors, and overseeing construction operations is crucial
  • Strong budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis skills are necessary with NEC3/4 contract experience
  • A proven ability to manage and track contracts from tender through to completion
  • A solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and safety regulations
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to analyse data, identify trends and patterns, and make informed decisions to drive operational improvements
  • Experience leading operational improvement initiatives across departments and promote efficient practices in line with business expansion
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills
  • A thorough understanding of CDM roles and SHEQ duties
What's in it for you?We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include;
  • Matched or contributory pension scheme
  • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
  • Employee assistance programme
  • My Rewards portal, access to 1000's of retail discounts
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave
  • Reward and recognition scheme
In addition, this role offers;
  • Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from
  • My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme
  • Private health care and health care cash plan for you and your family
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Recommend a friend - get rewarded for introducing people to us!
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Personal Accident Cover
Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding.#MGroupR&A.

Morrison Water Services